Riverbank Improvement

Scheduled for completion by the summer of 2019, the streambanks will be excavated and regraded to return to a more natural stream channel.

You'll notice a marked improvement in water clarity and flow, and the riverbank will be better protected from erosion during high-water events.

Before the project began, the Reedy River and Richland Creek river banks (top photo) were prone to erosion and clogged with invasive plants. As the project progresses, a restored river bank (bottom photo) will reduce flooding during high-water events, and native species will be replanted.

Sewer Pipes Covered

For years, a large sewer main was visible running through Cleveland Park. The City decided to cover it using clean fill material and forming berms with gentle slopes along the sides.

The result: a natural, eye-pleasing view!

Exposed sewer pipes (top photo) ran the length of Cleveland Park. Crews are now working to improve the view by covering the lines (bottom photo).

Wastewater Capacity Increased

The DIG Greenville project, led by Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), includes the creation of a gravity sewer tunnel located 100 feet below Cleveland Park. The project requires the closure of Cleveland Park Drive and the Greenville Zoo's west parking lot. The starter tunnel, under construction along Lakehurst Street, will be complete by early May 2019.

How do these projects affect your use of Cleveland Park?

Vehicle Access

Detours are in place around Cleveland Park Drive.

Swamp Rabbit Trail

The Swamp Rabbit Trail is closed from the Cancer Survivors Park to the Major Rudolf Anderson, Jr. Memorial. From the airplane memorial to the Greenville Zoo, trail users may access the trail on the east side of the river.